family

today, leanne and i had the occasion to spend time with members of my mother's family. one of my cousins and her husband were given a baby shower in anticipation of their daughter emma, who they hope to be going to china for very soon to adopt. also, we got to visit with my maternal grandparents, who recently moved back to indiana from florida. it really is wonderful to have so many family members living within a two hour drive. with every opportunity we have to spend together, i realize that we don't take advantage of our proximity nearly enough. of course, everyone has busy schedules. such excuses, valid though they may be, mean little. i hope for change.